Routine inspection·September 13, 2024

On September 13, 2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Venus Mixson arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct the Required Annual Inspection and met with Administrator, Kristine Skoglin. The facility file review was conducted at the Regional Office and additional records were requested and reviewed on site. The facility is licensed for six, Elderly Adult Residents and is currently operating at five, Elderly Adults (740), Facility Type. LPA Mixson toured the facility along with Administrator, and made observations pertaining to the annual visit. LPA inspected the facility inside and outside there were no obstructions or debris to the indoor or outdoor passageways at the time of this visit. The facility is a two-story home located at 2350 Warmlands Ave, Vista CA. 92084. Physical Plant: The facility phone number is (619) 871-0285 and it is operable. LPA Mixson observed the residents’ bedrooms, and each was equipped with required furniture as per Title 22. LPA Mixson inspected facility bathrooms, and the hot water temperature tested within regulations. The bathrooms were clean, and appliances were operating appropriately currently at the time of this visit. The facility is equipped with operating smoke detectors, carbon monoxide alarms, and fire extinguishers. LPA Mixson observed required postings such as "If you See Something, Say Something" and the "Personal Rights." The cleaning supplies and sharp items were kept locked and inaccessible to the residents in care. There was a designated storage space for the residents and staff files, and it was locked. Medications : Were locked and inaccessible to residents in care, and there was a sufficient supply of medication for each resident. The overall facility is clean, the furniture is in good condition. The facility cooling system and other appliances were operable currently at the time of this visit. Food Service: Non-perishable and perishable food supply is sufficient per regulations, and there are a variety of food types available for residents. Dishes and utensils were in sufficient supply and stored properly, and sharp items are locked. Care & Supervision : Facility has sufficient staff, currently three staff and five of five residents participating in activities and preparing for the noon day meal. Administration: Emergency exiting plans, telephone numbers and Ombudsman information and other required signage are posted throughout the facility. Drills are conducted monthly and logged, the last drill was conducted in August 26, 2024. Facility tests and logs water regularly: Water was tested and logged on today and tested within regulations. Fire extinguishers are charged and in the green. Training and Administrator Certificate: LPA reviewed administrator’s certification for Kristine M. Skoglin, and it was current at the time of this visit with an expiration date of 06/04/2025. Training is done in person every month by a certified Hospice Nurse and the last training was completed on 08/29/2024. Records Review: LPA Mixson reviewed resident and staff files, conducted two staff interviews. LPA Mixson reviewed current staff records and those reviewed have current Criminal Background Clearance, current First Aid and CPR certification, and training's are current. Client records were reviewed and contained required documents. Physician reports are current and TB test were completed at the time of admission. There were no Title 22, Division 6 Regulation violations observed or cited during today’s visit. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report was discussed and given to Administrator, Kristine M. Skoglin